North Pole Soup Recipe
Description: Warm up with a delightful bowl of North Pole Soup, a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines savory ham, nutritious vegetables, and flavorful herbs, creating a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and nourishing. It’s a breeze to prepare and will surely become a family favorite!
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 3 ounces ham, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 1/2 ounces pasta of your choice
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 277.1
- Fat: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Cholesterol: 11.1mg
- Sodium: 1194.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 36.7g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 7.5g
- Protein: 17.4g
Instructions:
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Heat Olive Oil: In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Saute Vegetables: Add diced onion and carrot to the saucepan. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
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Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and dried basil, then add diced ham. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes to the saucepan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add Broth and Beans: Pour in the chicken broth and add the drained and rinsed kidney beans. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Thicken Soup: Once boiling, use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash some of the beans. This will help thicken the soup and enhance its texture.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
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Add Pasta: Increase the heat to bring the soup back to a boil. Stir in the pasta of your choice and cook for approximately 6 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
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Serve: Once the pasta is cooked to your desired doneness, remove the soup from heat. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Enjoy this comforting North Pole Soup with crusty bread or a simple salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this easy recipe is sure to warm both body and soul! 🍲✨
